Forklift & Distribution Center Associate - Albany

Weyerhaeuser Distribution is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Forklift and Building Materials Operator, and we encourage you to review the responsibilities and qualifications and apply today!

The starting pay is $21.00 per hour. We currently have opportunities on swing shift
, which begins at 2pm and night shift, which begins  Albany Distribution Center is a union facility.

• Safely operate and maintain propane or diesel forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations
• Safely load products
• Ensure accountability for personal safety and the safety of others by addressing any unsafe practices observed
• Wear all personal protective equipment required
• Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting and multiplying
• Accurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activities
• Develop in‑depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations
• Be highly attentive and adaptive to warehouse routines
• Commit to quality, efficiency and continuous process improvement

This is not an inside warehouse position only. This role will perform manual labor 55-65% of the time.

• Operations, Manufacturing, & Construction
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  USA-OR-Albany
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Job Level: Individual Contributor
• Job Type: Experienced
• Shift: Day (1st)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating material handling equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds
• Must be able to operate a chainsaw with a 24” bar
• Willingness to work outside in the elements for a significant portion of the day, Monday through Friday.
• Computer skills: SAP or other Warehouse Management Systems
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy

• A friendly, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• 2 or more years of experience operating a 9,000 to 17,500-pound forklift
• Wood products cutting experience
• Building materials distribution work experience/ background
• Knowledge of building materials/construction background

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.